The New Zealand Future Food and Fibre Summit
E Tipu
21 - 22 | May | 2026
Field Trips on the 20th
Ōtautahi - Christchurch
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E Tipu 2026 Location & Venue
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre | Ōtautahi - Christchurch | Canterbury
Come and join us in this exciting journey toward a sustainable and resilient future for food and fibre production in New Zealand and beyond.
E Tipu 2026 is kicking off with a twist!
Next year, we’re starting the action hot on the heels of Beef + Lamb New Zealand’s annual Out The Gate 2026 event on 21 May. That means two powerhouse gatherings, back-to-back - celebrating food and fibre, and the future of food and farming.
It’s the perfect match for E Tipu, setting the stage for big conversations, bold ideas, and a community ready to shape what’s next.
E Tipu The New Zealand Future Food and Fibre Summit 2026 will be an opportunity to join a vibrant, immersive experience to help answer some of the most critical, sometimes uncomfortable questions about how we can grow together as a sector for the future.
E Tipu 2026 uses a bold new format to inspire and empower its delegates.
This is a summit not just about sharing ideas; it’s about igniting innovation and fostering a collaborative spirit that can drive the industry forward.
E Tipu will encourage connection, spark conversation, and convert critical thinking into action.
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Experience three days of mind-blowing talks, expert panels, special Q&As and actionable next steps from world leaders in food and fibre.
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Meet the E Tipu 2026 Steering Committee
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Dr Victoria Hatton
CEO FoodHQ Innovation
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Dean Fraser
Co-Founder and CEO of Rākau Carbon, co-founder of Mā Tātou
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Laura Morrison
Farm Owner, The Gullies, Federated Farmers National Meat and Wool Executive Member, & Vice Chair, Manawatu-Rangitīkei
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Nicola O'Rourke
Founder and Managing Partner of Founders Advisory, Director
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Andy Whitson
National Sales and Marketing Manager, Farmers Weekly
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Anna Benny
Technical Manager (IXOM) and dairy farmer
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Lee-Ann Marsh
General Manager for AGMARDT
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Stefan Clerens
Science Group Manager of Smart Foods & Bioproducts at the Bioeconomy Science Institute
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Summit programme
One field trip and four sessions over three days will answer critical questions on how we can trend into the future.
Field trips on the 20th
Evolving preferences
Meeting the modern consumer
Visionary Design
How do we get ahead of the trends?
Accelerating Innovation
What do we need in the engine room?
The Future Unfolds
Embracing disruption and spotting trends
Partners, and supporters
We’ve partnered with some of the most innovative organisations in Aotearoa and globally. From government agencies to innovation accelerators, education providers to industry bodies, business networks to producers, growers, and food and beverage innovators.
We welcomed partners, supporters and exhibitors from all walks of the food and fibre ecosystem.
Keen to join them in 2026? Express your interest to explore what partnership opportunities are available to you.
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The New Zealand Food and Fibre Summit
May 21-22 | 2026
Ōtautahi - Christchurch
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If you have questions, please contact us:
e-tipu@foodhq.com
FoodHQ Building
Palmerston North